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Invitation to biblical interpretation : exploring the hermeneutical triad of history, literature, and theology / Andreas J. Köstenberger, Richard D. Patterson.

By: Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextSeries: Invitation to theological studies seriesPublication details: Grand Rapids, MI : Kregel Publications, c2011.Description: 891 p. : ill. ; 24 cmISBN:
  • 9780825430473
  • 082543047X
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 220.601 23
LOC classification:
  • BS476 .K67 2011
Contents:
The who, why, and how of interpretation. Welcome to the hermeneutical triad: history, literature, and theology -- Interpretation: the hermeneutical triad. The context of scripture: history. Setting the stage: historical-cultural background -- The focus of scripture: literature. The Old Testament canon: the law, the prophets, and the writings -- The New Testament canon: the gospels, Acts, epistles, and apocalypse -- Enjoying a good story: Old Testament historical narrative -- A word from the wise: poetry and wisdom -- Back to the future: prophecy -- Hearing the good news: New Testament historical narrative (gospels and Acts) -- Calling for discernment: parables -- Going by the letter: epistles -- Visions of the end: apocalyptic literature (Revelation) -- The importance of context: grammar, syntax, and discourse -- The meaning of words: linguistics, semantics, and exegetical fallacies -- A way of speaking: interpreting figurative language -- The goal: theology. Making the connection: getting our theology from the Bible -- Application and proclamation: God's word coming to life. Getting down to earth: using the tools, preaching and applying the word.
Item type: Books
Holdings
Current library Collection Call number Vol info Status Date due Barcode
Judith Thomas Library General Stacks BKS BS 476 .K67 2011 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) AUA019009 Available AUA019009

Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

The who, why, and how of interpretation. Welcome to the hermeneutical triad: history, literature, and theology -- Interpretation: the hermeneutical triad. The context of scripture: history. Setting the stage: historical-cultural background -- The focus of scripture: literature. The Old Testament canon: the law, the prophets, and the writings -- The New Testament canon: the gospels, Acts, epistles, and apocalypse -- Enjoying a good story: Old Testament historical narrative -- A word from the wise: poetry and wisdom -- Back to the future: prophecy -- Hearing the good news: New Testament historical narrative (gospels and Acts) -- Calling for discernment: parables -- Going by the letter: epistles -- Visions of the end: apocalyptic literature (Revelation) -- The importance of context: grammar, syntax, and discourse -- The meaning of words: linguistics, semantics, and exegetical fallacies -- A way of speaking: interpreting figurative language -- The goal: theology. Making the connection: getting our theology from the Bible -- Application and proclamation: God's word coming to life. Getting down to earth: using the tools, preaching and applying the word.